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Yard Specialist-Building Materials

A Carter Lumber Yard Specialist is responsible for providing professional customer service to contractors and do-it-yourselfers by loading customers, building loads and assisting with maintenance of an efficient and clean lumber yard. This is accomplished by assisting customers in selecting and loading items they have purchased along with gathering materials to be delivered. Inventory control, product knowledge and organization skills are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements to be Considered for this Position:

Previous experience in a customer service environment

Friendly, outgoing personality

Familiarity with building materials is helpful

Ability to participate effectively as a team member

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities of the Position:

Customer Service:

Meets and greets contractors and do-it-yourselfers while providing exceptional customer service by assisting with the selection and loading of materials.

Accurately pulls and stages materials to be picked up or delivered to ensure schedules are met.

Store Operations:

Contributes to maintaining the inventory in the yard by conducting cycle counts, keeping the yard organized, ensuring the correct material is shipped and received.

Follows all policies and procedures in the yard including sales, inventory and safety.

Properly uses and maintains all equipment.

Knowledge & Training:

Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.

Completes required orientation and safety training.

Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.

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Applicant's Consent and Release

Please read and acknowledge your understanding of our policies below:

1. The information I am presenting in this application is complete, true, and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation, or omissions could result in the denial of my application, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or immediate discharge.

2. I understand The Carter Lumber Company and its representatives may contact my former employers, educational institutions, references, and other third parties to obtain information. I also understand that The Carter Lumber Company may provide such information to its parent company, affiliates, and other third parties. I hereby request, release, and consent to the release and disclosure of such information.

3. I further release and hold harmless The Carter Lumber Company, its parent company, affiliates, their officers, employers and agents, and any other parties inquiring about, investigating, furnishing, communicating, reviewing, or evaluating such information from any and all potential claims, demands, damages, liabilities, and/or actions of any kind arising from such activities, whether known or unknown to me presently, that I may have, now or in the future.

4. If employed, I agree to conform to the rules and regulations of The Carter Lumber Company and understand that I will be an employee at-will, and my employment may be terminated at any time by me or The Carter Lumber Company, with or without notice, for any reason. I understand that only the President of The Carter Lumber Company has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing.

5. The Carter Lumber Company does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, national origin, or any other legally protected status.